New diver and ready to buy your first scuba tank? Before you do, there are some questions you’ll want to answer to make sure you are spending your hard-earned money as wisely as possible. The answers to these questions will vary depending on who you are, where you live and dive, and on the type of diving you anticipate doing. Let’s take a look at each question in greater detail.

With fins, there is a lot to consider before you buy and take them out of the box. Should you buy Full- Foot or Open-Heel fins or maybe a Paddle fin is better for you than a set of split fins?Here are some things to keep in mind:

Sure, there are many memorable shore dives, but the majority of the best dives still require a boat. So, you're a new diver and getting ready to do your first dive trip. Not sure what is proper etiquette?